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LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 22: Singer Ciara speaks onstage during the 2015 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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What To Expect At This Year’s American Music Awards

Cameron Moore October 8th, 2018

Everything you need to know before the show!

Taylor Swift will be opening the show

  • It’s been 4 years since Swift has taken the AMA stage. Not only will she be opening the show this year, she is also nominated for four awards.

Tracee Ellis Ross will return as host.

Performers

  • The list of performers this year is quite insane. From Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Lopez, to Mariah Carey, Dua Lipa, Shawn Mendes, Halsey, Khalid, Post Malone and more… don’t expect to take many bathroom breaks!

Presenters

  • Not only will some of your favorite stars be performing, many will be presenting too! Check out all these famous faces you can expect to see

Most Nominations!

  • Cardi B and Drake have the most nominations with eight nominations each.

Where to Watch

  • Tune in Tuesday, October 9th at 8pm on ABC